Events in History – 14th March

The mighty Avro Lancaster was the aircraft used in the Dambusters raids
On 14th March 1864, the English explorer Samuel Baker was the first European to see the lake he named Lake Albert in honour of the recently-deceased Prince Albert.
On 14th March 1945, the 617 Squadron of the RAF (the famous Dambusters squadron) dropped the heaviest [...]

Teachers call for ban on Army recruitment

Left wing teachers have called for a ban on army recruiting in schools as they claim it exposes children to pro-war propaganda.
The National Union of Teachers will hear a motion at their annual conference later this month urging members to oppose recruitment in schools.
The motion has been described as “deeply unpatriotic” and will add to [...]

Man arrested after scaling Heathrow perimeter fence

A man has been arrested after scaling the perimeter fence at Heathrow and running onto the runway.
The man, described as being Asian or Arab, was carrying a rucksack. He removed his shoes before climbing the fence.
Armed police surrounded the man, and a controlled explosion was carried out on the rucksack. No trace of explosives were [...]

Group launched to help “homesick”

A group has been launched in York for foreigners who live in the city and feel homesick! The group is called Friends International and it has been awarded a grant of £480 for a six month pilot project.
Friends International will help people who feel cut off from their countries and cultural heritage. The organisation has [...]